1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 146 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
